Orient Star has announced three new colorway models for its Diver series, as well as two new models that come with interchangeable silicone bands in existing colors. The new models are scheduled for release on March 5, 2020.
Fashionable colorway models added to authentic diver's watches
This model features a deep blue dial and a two-tone bezel in deep blue and red. The beautiful gradation dial evokes the deep sea. Automatic movement (Cal. F6N47). 22 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve of approximately 50 hours. Stainless steel (diameter 43.6 mm, thickness 14.0 mm). 200m water resistant. 83,000 yen (excluding tax). (The specifications are the same for all five models.)
This Prestige Shop exclusive model features a gray dial paired with a two-tone blue and orange bezel. The overall light color scheme makes it suitable for everyday use. The matte gray dial evokes the vitality of sandy beaches and the sea. The bezel ring color is distinctive, as it appears to have faded over time.
The "Diver," a representative model of Orient Star's sports collection, was newly released last August. It has gained popularity as a genuine diver's watch, waterproof for 200m air diving despite its reasonable price. The minimum requirements for diver's watches are set out in ISO 6425, and this Orient Star is a genuine diver's watch that meets all of those requirements.
This time, a new model of the "Diver" has been announced. The three color variations that evoke the image of diving are a deep blue dial, a green dial, and a gray dial. The deep blue and gray dial models feature a two-tone bezel. The interchangeable silicone bands are made of reinforced silicone and have excellent elasticity, making them easy to wear under a wetsuit. The smooth, even form makes it comfortable to wear even for everyday use.
This model features a green dial and bezel. The dial has a beautiful gradation color. In recent years, many brands have begun to release models incorporating green, but Orient has always been known for producing models using a variety of colors, and the cohesiveness of this model is impressive.
This is an existing model that was released in August last year. It features a highly visible black dial, a classic feature for divers. With the release of the new model, it now comes with a silicone band. While this is common to all models, the case has a matte finish, giving it a strong, tool-like feel that is unique to divers' watches.
The exterior is extremely simple. The shock-resistant case has no crown guard, giving it a clean look, and despite being a diver's watch, it has a design that can be used in a variety of situations. The rounded indexes and hands have a box-like structure, and are filled with Luminous Light, a highly luminous paint, making them highly visible in dark places. On the dial, from 11 o'clock to 1 o'clock, is the power reserve indicator, an icon of Orient. Not only does it serve as a design accent, but it also has an extremely practical purpose, allowing divers to visually keep track of the operating time of the watch on which they entrust their lives.
The movement used is the 46 series caliber F6N47, which has been the company's flagship movement for a long time since 1971. This movement, which has been improved for diver's watches, has a power reserve of approximately 50 hours. Because it is a popular model that has been used in a variety of situations and has been improved over time, the 46 series has an immense reliability in terms of performance, including accuracy and durability.
Considering their original purpose, diver's watches tend to prioritize functionality, but with this latest lineup expansion, there are now even more options that can be used for everyday wear, which is good news for divers.
This is also an existing model with a silicone band attached. The refreshing blue dial will match a variety of scenes, both on and off the job. The silicone band will also be included with the three new color variations.
